10 Incredible Video Game Stories That Got Everybody Talking

10. The Walking Dead

Like TV shows and comic books, the episodic nature of The Walking Dead meant that players had to wait months between each instalment, and when episodes ended in such jaw-dropping cliffhangers, the wait was often unbearable. But it all culminated in an experience that boasted great characters and even better plot twists. Survivors came and went, decisions were made, walkers were killed, and best of all; you had influence over the entire thing. Because players had the opportunity to shape the dialogue and actions to their liking, it meant that while the end destination was always the same for everyone; every single player had a personalised journey as to how they got there, and it made discussing the game in the forums or social spaces post-release even more special. These subtle changes to the experience meant that not only was The Walking Dead's emotionally draining ending effective as a finale in its own right, but that each and every player had a different story about how they arrived at the climax. Because this truly felt like your world, your characters and your friendships, the devastating and explosive ending of The Walking Dead ended up being even more heartbreaking.